Master the principles and practices of creating contextual and intuitive, user-centered products
This comprehensive course on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) provides you with a solid foundation in the principles, methodologies, and applications of HCI. You'll learn how to create effective, efficient, and satisfying interfaces by understanding human capabilities, applying design principles, and utilizing appropriate evaluation techniques.
Early Bird: $999
Offer ends in:
8 Weeks
5-10 Hours/Week
Online / Hybrid
Yes, upon completion
30-day money-back guarantee
Understand how humans perceive, process, and interact with technology
Learn established guidelines for creating intuitive interfaces
Master techniques to understand user needs and behaviors
Create effective interfaces for various devices and contexts
Test and improve interfaces using proven techniques
Explore HCI applications in AR/VR, AI, and IoT
Master the principles, theories, and methodologies that form the foundation of Human-Computer Interaction
Create effective and usable interfaces using proven user-centered design approaches
Test and assess interfaces using appropriate HCI evaluation techniques
Create interfaces that accommodate diverse user needs, abilities, and contexts
Evaluate the social, ethical, and cultural implications of interactive technologies
Stay current with emerging trends and future directions in HCI
Begin your HCI journey by exploring the fundamental concepts, history, and scope of this multidisciplinary field. Understand why HCI matters in today's technology-driven world and how it relates to other disciplines.
Analyze a familiar interface (e.g., smartphone app, website) and identify its HCI strengths and weaknesses based on your initial understanding.
Delve into the human side of the interaction equation. Learn how our cognitive processes, perceptual systems, and physical capabilities influence how we interact with technology, and how to design with these factors in mind.
Design an interface element that accommodates limitations in human memory and attention, applying cognitive principles to enhance usability.
Master the established principles and guidelines that form the foundation of good interface design. Learn how to apply these principles to create intuitive, efficient, and satisfying user experiences.
Conduct a heuristic evaluation of a web application using Nielsen's usability heuristics, identifying violations and suggesting improvements.
Learn the methodologies and techniques for putting users at the center of the design process. Discover how to gather requirements, conduct user research, create personas, and develop prototypes that address real user needs.
Develop user personas and scenarios for a mobile application, then create low-fidelity wireframes based on these user models.
Explore the practical aspects of creating effective interfaces. Learn visual design principles, information architecture, navigation design, and how to implement responsive interfaces that work across different devices and contexts.
Design a responsive interface for a web application that maintains usability across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Master various methods for evaluating interfaces and identifying usability issues. Learn how to plan and conduct usability tests, analyze results, and translate findings into actionable design improvements.
Plan and conduct a usability test for a digital product, analyzing the results and recommending design changes based on your findings.
Expand your HCI knowledge to specialized areas and contexts. Learn how to design for accessibility, international audiences, mobile and touch interfaces, voice interaction, and other specialized interaction paradigms.
Conduct an accessibility audit of a website and develop a remediation plan to address identified issues, ensuring compliance with WCAG guidelines.
Look ahead to the future of HCI and explore emerging technologies and trends. Understand how artificial intelligence, context-aware computing, IoT, and other innovations are transforming how humans interact with technology.
Design a concept for a future interface that incorporates emerging technologies, addressing potential ethical considerations and user concerns.
Try these sample questions to see if you're ready for the course!
UX and AI Researcher, Founder of MajiApp
Dr. Oduor is a UX and AI researcher with over a decade of experience in user research, product strategy, and design automation. He worked as a Senior UX Researcher at IBM Cloud Services, leading projects on AI explainability and human-centered automation, and as VP of UX at Research Strategy Group in Toronto. In 2021, he co-authored a paper at IBM predicting the automation of data science workflows, research that now informs the practical, AI-driven tools you'll build in this course.
Founder of MajiApp — mobile-first water delivery marketplace
This course is built on a foundation of rigorous research projects that explore automation, explainability, and human-AI collaboration:
CHI - (ACM Conference on Computer Supported Cooperative Work and Social Computing) Puplications.
Google Scholar with focus on more recent AI work and accessibility, cultural context, and sustainable technology adoption. This work forms the basis for inclusive design principles taught in this course.
Work on human-centered automation of data science laid the groundwork for reimagining how AI can support data science workflows. Predictions in this work form 2020 are now surpased by LLMs.
While no specific prerequisites are required, the following background would be beneficial:
Familiarity with using computers and basic software applications
Basic understanding of visual design principles (helpful but not required)
Curiosity about human behavior and cognitive processes
Basic knowledge of web or application development (helpful but not required)
We are committed to making this course accessible to all learners. If you have specific learning needs or require accommodations, please contact our support team at support@hcicourse.com.
Human-Computer Interaction skills are in high demand across various industries. Completing this course will prepare you for roles such as:
Design user-centered interfaces that enhance user satisfaction and experience
Conduct user research to inform design decisions and improve product usability
Create engaging interactive systems with focus on behavior and user flow
Ensure digital products are accessible to users with diverse abilities
The demand for HCI professionals is projected to grow by 22% over the next decade, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Join our comprehensive Human-Computer Interaction course and master the art of creating intuitive, user-centered interfaces.
Our HCI course stands out through its comprehensive curriculum that balances theoretical foundations with practical applications. You'll learn from industry experts with real-world experience, work on portfolio-worthy projects, and receive personalized feedback. The course is constantly updated to include emerging trends and technologies in the field.
No prior design or programming experience is required. The course is designed to accommodate learners from diverse backgrounds. While some familiarity with basic computer skills is helpful, we start with fundamentals and progressively build more advanced skills. Students from various backgrounds including psychology, business, engineering, and arts have successfully completed this course.
The course requires approximately 5-10 hours per week. This includes watching lectures, completing readings, participating in discussions, and working on assignments and projects. The workload may vary from week to week, with some modules requiring more time for project work. The course is designed to be flexible, allowing you to learn at your own pace within the overall course schedule.
Yes, upon successful completion of all course requirements, you will receive a verified certificate that you can share with employers or on professional platforms like LinkedIn. The certificate demonstrates your proficiency in HCI principles and methodologies, which is highly valued in the tech industry.
This course will equip you with in-demand skills for roles in UX design, UX research, interaction design, and product management. You'll develop a portfolio of projects that demonstrate your HCI skills to potential employers. Many of our graduates have secured positions at leading tech companies or successfully transitioned to UX/HCI roles within their current organizations. The course also provides networking opportunities with instructors and peers in the field.
Throughout the course, you'll have access to multiple support channels. Instructors hold weekly office hours for personalized guidance. Teaching assistants provide timely feedback on assignments and are available to answer questions. You'll also join a community of fellow learners for peer support and collaboration. Additionally, our technical support team is available to assist with any platform-related issues.
Yes, you will have lifetime access to all course materials, including lectures, readings, and resources. This allows you to revisit concepts and continue learning even after completing the course. As the field evolves, we occasionally update materials, and you'll have access to these updates as well.
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied with the course within the first 30 days, you can request a full refund. We're confident in the quality of our course, but we understand it may not be the right fit for everyone. We value your educational investment and want to ensure you're completely satisfied with your learning experience.